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Friends Forever International: 40 Years of FFI

40 Years of FFI

Forty years of Friends Forever International

Celebrate the people who have shaped FFI since 1986 and help create opportunities for the young people who come next.

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40 Years of FFI

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YEARS OF FRIENDSHIP, LEADERHIP, AND IMPACT

For four decades, FFI has been helping youth become the best versions of themselves so they can help their community become the best version of itself.

Celebrate this milestone with us!

40TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION & ALUMNI REUNION EVENT

October 1st, 2026

6PM - 8PM

Stormont Building, Belfast

Enjoy an evening of inspiring speeches, reconnecting with old friends, and celebrating FFI's legacy.

Dress code: Hawaiian shirt (or dress) in honor of Bob

All alumni and their family members are welcome!

ALUMNI UPDATE FORM

Not going to the reunion event? Still update your information so we can stay in touch with you and you can receive information on our events and opportunities!

JOIN THE FFI APP

Stay connected on the go! Download the FFI App for news, events, photos, important updates, and to connect with other alumni.

JOIN THE FFI SIGNAL CHAT

Join our GLOBAL ALUMNI Signal Chat to connect with fellow FFI alumni around the world.

SUPPORT FFI

Support future FFI by donating on our LocalGiving page. All donations go towards full scholarships for all of our participants.

SHARE OUR PROGRAM APPLICATION

Know an 15-18 year old from Northern Ireland or the Republic of Ireland that would be interested in an FFI program? Share our program application with them!

Our fortieth anniversary brings together the alumni, volunteers, partners and supporters who have shaped FFI since 1986. Join us to reconnect and celebrate the work we have shared.

Thank you for being part of the FFI family!

Alumni work · 2026

From an idea to work in the community.

Recent Community Action Projects include efforts to understand language needs at a local hospital, connect with women’s shelters and develop support programs in schools. Explore the 2026 updates and earlier participant presentations.

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